Can you get pregnant if ejaculation is washed off at the door?

Oct 30, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Lu
Introduction
In general, "shooting at the door" refers to withdrawal before ejaculation, or coitus interruptus. If a man ejaculates outside the vagina and the woman promptly cleans the area afterward, the risk of pregnancy can be reduced, but it cannot completely eliminate the possibility of conception. Coitus interruptus is not recommended as a reliable contraceptive method because it has a relatively high failure rate. The risk of pregnancy increases further if unprotected intercourse occurs around the time of ovulation.

Generally speaking, "shooting at the door" refers to withdrawal before ejaculation, or coitus interruptus. After male ejaculation outside the vagina, if the female promptly cleans the area, the risk of pregnancy can be reduced, but it does not completely eliminate the possibility of conception. The specific analysis is as follows:

The withdrawal method is not recommended as a reliable form of contraception due to its relatively high failure rate. Prior to ejaculation, males secrete prostatic fluid, which may contain small amounts of sperm. Even if cleaning is performed immediately after withdrawal, some sperm may still remain inside the vagina. These residual sperm can potentially survive and continue moving toward the uterus, resulting in pregnancy. The risk of pregnancy increases further if unprotected intercourse occurs around the time of ovulation.

To ensure safety and prevent unintended pregnancies, it is recommended to use effective contraceptive methods during sexual intercourse, such as intrauterine devices (IUDs), oral contraceptives, or condoms.